Description
Elevate your vegetable side dish game with this Yummy Air Fryer Asparagus recipe. In just 15 minutes, you can enjoy tender, flavorful asparagus that complements any meal. This quick and nutritious dish is perfect for busy weeknights or entertaining guests. Packed with vitamins and minerals, asparagus becomes even more delicious when cooked in the air fryer, enhancing its natural flavors while keeping it crispy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh asparagus
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
- Zest of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Rinse the asparagus under cold water, then pat dry.
- Trim about 1 inch from the bottom of each spear to remove tough ends.
- In a mixing bowl, combine asparagus, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat evenly.
- Place the seasoned asparagus in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
- Set the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) and cook for 8-10 minutes, shaking halfway through.
- Transfer to a serving plate and sprinkle with lemon zest before serving.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (134g)
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 260mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg